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African football was thrown into uncertainty on Sunday after South Africa announced it will host the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), replacing Morocco just weeks before the tournament is due to begin. South Africa’s Deputy Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Peace Mabe, confirmed the decision during a national television broadcast, saying the…
Ivorian football legend Yaya Touré has praised Nigeria’s Super Eagles as the standout team of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, despite their semifinal exit. The former Manchester City midfielder highlighted the squad’s attacking style, which produced a tournament-high 14 goals while conceding only four. Touré noted that Nigeria proved to be the continent’s most…
Sadio Mané has explained why he stepped in to stop Senegal from walking off the pitch during a chaotic Africa Cup of Nations final against hosts Morocco. The final was filled with controversy, with several refereeing decisions angering the Senegalese players and coaching staff. Tensions peaked when Morocco were awarded a penalty for an alleged…
The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, in partnership with the Ogun State Government, has announced plans to hold the Bosun Tijani Foundation Festive Basketball Tournament. According to a statement released in Abeokuta, the three-day event will take place from December 19 to 21, 2025, at the Alake Sports Complex, Ijeja, Abeokuta.…
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) ended in dramatic fashion, with Senegal crowned champions after a tense and controversial final that brought the curtain down on an action-packed tournament. Senegal claimed their second AFCON title with a hard-fought 1–0 victory over hosts Morocco after extra time. The final was marked by chaotic scenes and…
Senegal forward Sadio Mané has been named Man of the Tournament at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco after leading the Teranga Lions to their second continental title. Senegal defeated hosts Morocco 1–0 after extra time in a dramatic final. The match ended goalless after 90 minutes before midfielder Pape Gueye scored the…
Senegal briefly walked off the pitch in protest over a late penalty decision but returned to defeat hosts Morocco 1–0 after extra time to win the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in a chaotic final. Midfielder Pape Gueye scored the winning goal in the 94th minute on Sunday, shortly after Morocco’s Brahim Diaz missed a…
Bukayo Saka Engaged to Long-Term Girlfriend Tolami Benson Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka has proposed to his long-term girlfriend, Tolami Benson. According to The Sun (UK), Saka popped the question during a romantic evening at a luxury hotel in London. Both 24, the couple have been together for at least five years. Although they have largely…
Liverpool manager Arne Slot says he is not worried about his job, despite growing pressure after his team’s heavy 4–1 defeat to PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League on Wednesday night. The loss marks Liverpool’s ninth defeat in their last 12 games across all competitions, deepening the crisis for the defending Premier League champions as…
Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State, is full of activity as preparations continue for the first-ever West Africa Zone A & B Para Games. Members of the Local Organising Committee (LOC), led by Victor Achakpo, have already arrived in the city to make arrangements for the event. Achakpo, a former baseball and softball player and…
